2005 Toyota Aygo 1.0L Petrol · EK55 CDU

The 2005 Toyota Aygo presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT on 31 May 2025 at 91,573 miles passing cleanly with zero defects. The preceding tests on 29 May 2024 at 89,679 miles and 8 June 2023 at 87,353 miles also passed without advisories or failures, indicating consistent upkeep across multiple years. The only anomaly is a failed test on 16 June 2022 at 84,599 miles, but the record shows no defects noted for that failure, suggesting a procedural or administrative issue rather than a mechanical fault, as the car passed just five days later on 21 June 2022 at 84,609 miles with no defects. The mileage pattern is notably low for a vehicle of this age. Over roughly 21 years, the odometer has recorded 91,573 miles, averaging approximately 4,361 miles per year. The intervals between tests show steady but modest accumulation: 1,900 miles between June 2022 and June 2023, and 2,326 miles between June 2023 and May 2024. This suggests light, regular use rather than prolonged standing, which is favourable for preventing the seizure of components like brake calipers and the perishing of rubber bushes that often afflict vehicles left idle for extended periods. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. The absence of flagged defects is encouraging, but advisories and failures only capture what a tester observes on a single day under test conditions. A close examination of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers is advisable, as these degrade with age regardless of mileage. The underside should be inspected for corrosion, particularly on subframes, sills, and brake lines, given the vehicle's age. Brake discs and pads should be measured for wear, and tyres checked for uneven tread patterns that could indicate alignment or suspension geometry issues. The exhaust system warrants attention for rust and gas leaks, and all lights, wipers, and washers should be tested functionally. The engine and transmission should be assessed for fluid leaks, unusual noises, and smooth clutch operation during a road test. A clean MOT history is a strong indicator of responsible ownership, but it does not replace hands-on due diligence, especially on a vehicle approaching its mid-twenties.